Objective: To identify how Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities are
defined in epidemiological research in Australia and provide a definition of CALD status that …

For many years, researchers have explored the complex challenges experienced by
individuals with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). This research has been important …

Abstract Background and Aims Epidemiological studies have provided invaluable insight
into the origin and impact of low language skills in childhood and adolescence. However …

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition with life-long
implications. Individuals with FASD can experience communication, cognitive, behavioural …

What were they thinking? A discussion paper on brain and behaviour in relation to the
justice system in New Zealand is the fourth in a series of reports. It presents strong evidence …

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people are over-represented in Australian youth
detention centres and the justice system. In contrast to deficit-focused approaches to health …

Abstract Background Young people with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) can face
significant challenges in their lives, including overrepresentation in the justice system from a …

Undertaking research with young people presents an array of methodological challenges.
We report the findings from a qualitative study that took place alongside a fetal alcohol …

Communication assistance is a form of specialist support for witnesses and defendants in
justice settings who have been identified as having communication difficulties. This new role …

Young offenders disproportionately present with Developmental Language Disorder and are
likely to struggle with the communication demands of the justice system. Professional …